Distance Education: The Complete Guide to Design, Delivery and Improvement

Johnson, Judith L.

ISBN 10: 0807743739 / ISBN 13: 9780807743737

Published by Teachers College Press, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Distance Education: The Complete Guide to Design, Delivery and Improvement
• Publisher: Teachers College Press
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0807743739
• ISBN 13: 9780807743737
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New
• Weight: 1.2 pounds

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Synopsis

In this book, Johnson combines her extensive research with valuable case studies to provide a comprehensive picture of the evolution and current status of distance learning in higher education. This authoritative, easy-to-use volume discusses:

• Some of the standout examples of distance education, including Maine’s system, Oregon’s system, Western Governor’s University, and Britain’s Open University.
• Pedagogy, student support services, and case studies that illustrate real-life examples of how this new way of educating students is working.
• Design and delivery of programs, including the role of instructional designers and essential ingredients for an effective course.
• Issues of assessment, evaluation, accreditation, and emerging technology standards.
• Valuable lessons learned by institutions and faculty already successfully using distance learning.
• The latest research and what the future may hold for higher education.

About the Author

Judith L. Johnson is the Director of the Office of Institutional Research at the University of Southern Maine.